Corian
worktops Maintenance |
Corian worktops are ideal for kitchens and bathrooms because
even after many years of use, your Corian worktops will still
look good. Most damage can be repaired and the original surface
restored.
For everyday cleaning, try the easy way first! Although liquids
cannot penetrate, it is best to wipe up any spills as they
occur. Just use an ammonia based hard surface cleaner or ordinary
detergent. Clean the Corian sink or kitchen worktops as usual,
with a damp cloth and detergent, wiping it well and rinsing
it to get rid of any oils and fats. Alternatively spray with
a hard-surface cleaner and leave for a few minutes before
wiping with a damp cloth and finishing with a dry cloth. If
any stains need more attention, sprinkle a gentle abrasive
powder on the damp surface and leave for a few minutes before
using a sponge or soft cloth to rub with a circular motion
and rinsing then drying.
If you use abrasive cleaners on Corian worktops, restore the
overall lustre afterwards, using a gentle powder or mild cream
abrasive and blend the scrubbed area into the entire surface
by rubbing in a circular motion. If hard water scale has built
up around the waste or taps, use a standard household lime-scale
remover. If necessary, use an abrasive scouring pad to remove
the deposit, rinse well and buff dry.
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Corian
worktops maintenance - Preventing Damage |
What to watch out for...
Prevent accidental heat damage to Corian kitchen worktops,
use a heat protection pad or incorporate hob-bars in your
kitchen design for hot cookware. Never put hot pans, particularly
cast-iron, directly on a top or in a sink. Leave the pan to
cool first, or put a few inches of cold water in the sink.
Avoid pouring boiling liquids directly into sinks without
turning on the cold water tap as well.
Hob and Grill Cooking Methods:
Modern appliances reach higher temperatures quicker - and hold heat longer. To avoid worktops damage, follow these rules:
Always use the correct size of pan for the burner, placed centrally. An overhanging pan can scorch surrounding surfaces.
Do not use two burners as one - it has the same effect.
To reduce heat, turn the burner down, don't pull pans partially off the heat source.
Scratches:
It is not a good idea to chop - Use a chopping board.
Slight abrasion marks will occur in normal use. Use overall cleaning as described. Darker colours may show wear and tear more readily, if it is accidentally scratched you can usually restore it using the methods above.
Chemical Spillage:
Spills of strong chemicals should be flushed promptly with plenty of soapy water to avoid damaging worktops. For nail varnish spills non-acetone based remover can be used and then flushed with water.
Prolonged exposure with subsequent damage (perhaps from leaking container), may require our attention.
Whatever Happens Don't Despair!
If more serious damage occurs we can provide a maintenance service.
Even after many years of use your worktops will still look good. Most damage can be repaired and the original surface restored. It provides a renewable, long-term, easy-to-work-on surface. |
Even Corian cleaning properties appear to improve with use.
In order that this lustre does not develop unevenly, it is
best to use a gentle, abrasive powder bleach (e.g. Bar Keepers
Friend) or any mild, cream, abrasive cleaner. This should
be applied once or twice a month over the first few months.
Clean your Corian kitchen worktops with a wet sponge or cloth,
using a circular motion. Rinse/wipe with a damp cloth, and
dry with a soft cloth. |
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